Today expect moderate to heavy scattered showers, with patches of very small hail (falling as ice crystals). As temperatures rise the hail should completely dissolve. There has been reported instances of ground contact lightening and flash flooding is possible near creeks, lakes, rivers and bridges. Be on the lookout for standing water as it only takes 3 inches of water to turn you car into a life raft.
The most powerful cell in this multi-cluster bow echo is near the southeast corner. It was just north of Russleville, Arkansas around 7:30 am this morning traveling east/northeast. In that area there is a slightly enhanced risk of an isolated tornado or two with heavier wind speeds, possible patches of pea size to pebble size hail. If you're traveling in that direction be aware of your surroundings and use caution on your journey.
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Author: J.Taylor | News Journalist.